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The scenario described is an example of Role Based Access Control (RBAC). In RBAC, access decisions are based on the roles that individual users have within an organization and the permissions that accompany those roles1.

In this case, Carol, as a new employee, has been assigned a user role that does not include administrator privileges. The access control policy in place requires administrator privileges for installing applications, which means that only users with an ‘administrator’ role have the rights to install software. This is a typical RBAC policy, where permissions to perform certain actions within the system are not assigned to individual users directly but are based on the roles assigned to them within the company.

The other options do not fit the scenario as well as RBAC:

• A. Mandatory Access Control (MAC): In MAC, access rights are regulated by a central authority based on multiple levels of security.Users cannot change access permissions.
• B. Rule Based Access Control (RB-RAC): This is similar to RBAC but is driven by rules that trigger under certain conditions, not explicitly mentioned in the scenario.
• C. Discretionary Access Control (DAC): In DAC, the owner of the resource determines who is allowed to access it, which is not indicated in the scenario provided.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, Role Based Access Control (RBAC), as it aligns with the policy of assigning installation rights based on the user’s role within the company.

 In the given scenario, Alana’s actions pose a risk related to sharing confidential data on unsecured networks. Here’s why:

• BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Alana used her personal laptop in a public cafeteria. This falls under the BYOD concept, where employees use their personal devices for work-related tasks.
• Unsecured Network: Connecting to the public Internet in a cafeteria means she is using an unsecured network. Public Wi-Fi networks are often vulnerable to eavesdropping and unauthorized access.
• Email Communication: Alana received a project modifications file via email and sent back another file with changes. Email communication over an unsecured network can expose sensitive information to potential attackers.
• Risk: By sharing project-related files over an unsecured network, Alana risks exposing confidential data to unauthorized individuals.

References:

• EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) course materials and study guide.
• EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) documents and course content12.

 In the scenario described, Martin conducted a Smurf attack. This type of attack involves spoofing the source IP address with the target’s IP address and sending ICMP ECHO request packets to an IP broadcast network. The broadcast network then amplifies the traffic by directing it to all hosts, which respond to the ICMP ECHO requests. This flood of responses is sent back to the spoofed source IP address, which is the target system, leading to its overload and potential crash. The Smurf attack is a type of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack that exploits the vulnerabilities of the Internet Protocol (IP) and the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP). References: EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) course materials and documents

In the given scenario, the banking application employs two-factor authentication (2FA). Here’s why:

• Registered Credentials: Kevin logs in with his registered credentials (username and password).
• OTP (One-Time Password): The application sends an OTP to Kevin’s mobile for confirmation. This OTP serves as the second factor of authentication.

References:

• EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) documents and study guide.
• EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) course materials12

Two-factor authentication enhances security by requiring users to provide two different authentication factors (usually something they know, like a password, and something they have, like an OTP) before granting access. It helps protect against unauthorized access even if one factor is compromised.

In this scenario, Wesley’s use of an unauthorized third-party mobile app to sync with his Apple smartwatch highlights the risk of improper platform usage. Here’s why:

• Unauthorized Third-Party App: Wesley downloaded the app from an unauthorized source, which means it hasn’t undergone proper security checks or vetting. Such apps may contain vulnerabilities or malicious code.
• Unusual Report and Unnecessary Permissions: The app generated an unusual fitness report and requested unnecessary permissions. This behavior indicates that the app is not following proper guidelines for platform usage.
• Platform Security Guidelines: Mobile platforms (like iOS or Android) have specific guidelines for app development and usage. When users sideload apps from untrusted sources, they bypass these guidelines, risking security and privacy.
• Risk Implications:

References:

• EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (E|CSS) documents and study guide provide insights into mobile security risks and best practices1.
• EC-Council’s focus on information security emphasizes the importance of proper platform usage and adherence to guidelines1.